2005 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Kia Towner

To start off, both 2005 Audi S8 and 2005 Kia Towner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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2005 Audi S8 2005 Kia Towner
Make Audi Kia
Model S8 Towner
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1170 kg
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 1820 mm


 

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